The Cargo Airline Association (CAA), the leading advocacy organization for the air cargo industry, today announced Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District (District) has joined the association as an Airport Associate Member, bringing its active membership ranks to fourteen. Since opening in 1962, the District has evolved into a highly recognized airport, moving up significantly in the rankings in the U.S. in international air freight volume by weight. The airport also handled a significant amount of international air freight during COVID.
“CAA is pleased to announce its newest Airport Associate Member, Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District. We extend a warm welcome to the District and look forward to working with them alongside our other members to advance air cargo priorities here in Washington.” -Lauren Beyer, President, CAA
“The District is excited about the opportunity to join CAA to enhance our ability to coordinate with our air cargo partners on key industry trends and legislation. Air cargo is a core part of the District’s business plan. The District has invested $50 million over five years to grow air cargo infrastructure at the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport showing our commitment to this business sector.” -David Edwards, President/CEO of the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District
About CAA
The Cargo Airline Association promotes and advocates for the air cargo industry and serves to support and encourage policy that ensures the safety, security, efficiency, and resiliency of this essential segment of the global supply chain. As the voice of the air cargo industry, CAA actively fosters relationships with aviation industry partners and policymakers to ensure the U.S. all-cargo air carrier industry remains a global leader. Association members deliver to every zip code in the United States, maintain global networks, and support the growing air cargo marketplace.
